Travelling from Yuma International Airport (YUM) to New York: what you need to know
New York is two hours ahead of Yuma, where Yuma International Airport is located. New York follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your YUM to New York flight.
Travelling over a peak time like November? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YUM is about 3 kilometres from central Yuma. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Yuma International Airport to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to YUM:
Yuma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from YUM land on schedule 84% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yuma International Airport (YUM) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Yuma International Airport to New York flight is R 13,344. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 28,623. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YUM to New York. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Yuma International Airport to New York is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a sweet deal.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Yuma International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from YUM to New York.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Central New York is located around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Yuma International Airport to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YUM to New York flight:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Yuma International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is about 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to get to by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 55 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near LGA after your YUM to New York flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Yuma International Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're likely to find a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Yuma International Airport to New York. July is the busiest month for a trip to New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Yuma International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YUM to New York around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Yuma International Airport to New York, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to tick off its leading attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No journey is complete without visiting Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
